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South Africa Men’s Netball National team goal attack Shane Labuschagne

Shane Labuschagne looks ahead to the Spar Challenge against Australia

South Africa Men’s Netball National team goal attack Shane Labuschagne says he looks forward to starting the season with another career highlight - as they take on Australia in the 2026 Spar Challenge Pre-Match Series.

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Carlos Alcaraz claims first Australian Open semi-final spot with win over Alex de Minaur

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Australian home favourite Alex de Minaur 7-5, 6-2, 6-1 in a commanding semi-final performance at the Australian Open on Tuesday.

Shiko Mokaila

Shiko Mokaila looks ahead to first international series as head coach

Newly appointed South Africa Men’s Netball team head coach Shiko Mokaila says the upcoming Spar Challenge against Australia is an opportunity to test the team against a strong opponent.

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Emma Raducanu to lead reconfigured Great Britain squad at United Cup after key withdrawals

Emma Raducanu will carry Great Britain's hopes at the United Cup in Australia, now the team's highest-ranked singles player following Jack Draper's withdrawal, with several other key members also missing from the original squad.

SPAR Proteas captain Khanyisa Chawane

Spar Proteas in high spirits ahead of three-day test series against Australia

Spar Proteas captain Khanyisa Chawane says the team is in high spirits ahead of their first test match against Australia at Red Energy Stadium on Saturday.

Jenny van Dyk, SPAR Proteas head coach during the press conference ahead of the SPAR Challenge International Test Series between South Africa and Malawi at Eastgate Garden Court on October 29

Spar Proteas confident ahead of test series against Australia

Spar Proteas coach Jenny van Dyk believes her team is headed in the right direction and looks forward to showcasing a confident display when they face Australia in the upcoming three-day test series.

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